Category: 80 Lower Blog

It’s never been easier to build an AR-15 at home – but doing it the right way takes the right tools. We’ve got ‘em all for sale at 80 Lower, but we’ve gotta pick some of the must-haves so you can get started on your path to becoming a pro gunsmith with little frustration. Take […]

Micro red dots are the gold standard of the optics world for, well, basically any AR platform. With so many out there, it’s tough to pick which one is right for you. Before we break down the Tactical Made 3 MOA Micro Red Dots Sights now available at 80-lower.com, let’s go over what you […]

Picking up an 80 percent lower and 80 lower jig has quickly become the quickest and easiest way to ensure your 2nd Amendment rights are guaranteed. Offering up the ability to quickly (and 100% legally) build an AR-15 from scratch, this dynamic duo of gun stuff is your key to a good day at the […]

The 80 percent lower market is heating up as more and more makers pump out some wicked cool 80% lower jigs. The task of machining your first (or twelfth) 80% lower will continue to get easier and more enjoyable – but which jig should you pick? We’re stacking up three of the most popular 80 […]

Without a doubt the benefits of building your 1911 far outweigh the costs. Sorry to give away the main theme of the article this early, but that’s my belief and I’m sticking to it. Before getting into the specific costs and benefits, let’s just talk about the power of knowledge. Knowing how to build a […]

In the modern political atmosphere, one common question about 80% lowers is whether or not they are legal. This is an understandable question, but we feel that it is necessary to give a clear answer on the current state of the law revolving around 80% lowers. Keep in mind that laws can change quickly. As […]